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Line Worker - Williamston, NC

Dominion Energy - Williamston, NC(30+ days ago)3.9

Dominion Energy is one of the nation's largest producers and transporters of energy, with a portfolio of approximately 25,700 megawatts of generation, 14,400 miles of natural gas transmission, gathering and storage pipeline, and 6,500 miles of electric transmission lines. Dominion Energy operates one of the nation's largest natural gas storage systems with 1 trillion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves more than 6 million utility and retail energy customers.

Our company is built on a proud legacy of public service, innovation and community involvement. In addition to our core energy production, transportation and storage businesses, we invest in communities where we live and work and by practicing responsible environmental stewardship wherever we operate.

Diversity is linked to every aspect of our business to include how we attract, develop and retain our future talent. An inclusive environment encourages the coming together of different talents, thoughts and energies. The company’s commitment to employing military veterans through the Troops to Energy Jobs program is one way we are able to ensure workforce diversity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

Job Summary

Job Title: Line Worker - Williamston, NC

Dominion Energy is one of the nation's largest producers and transporters of energy, with a portfolio of approximately 25,700 megawatts of generation, 14,400 miles of natural gas transmission, gathering and storage pipeline, and 6,500 miles of electric transmission lines. Dominion Energy operates one of the nation's largest natural gas storage systems with 1 trillion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves more than 6 million utility and retail energy customers.

Our company is built on a proud legacy of public service, innovation and community involvement. In addition to our core energy production, transportation and storage businesses, we invest in communities where we live and work and by practicing responsible environmental stewardship wherever we operate.

Diversity is linked to every aspect of our business to include how we attract, develop and retain our future talent. An inclusive environment encourages the coming together of different talents, thoughts and energies. The company’s commitment to employing military veterans through the Troops to Energy Jobs program is one way we are able to ensure workforce diversity.

Job Summary

Dominion Energy will seek to fill vacancies in Williamston, NC.

The successful candidate will be exposed to the many facets of construction, operation and maintenance of the Electrical Distribution System. If you enjoy the variety of challenging work outside of an office and want to develop communication, technical and mechanical abilities, the Groundman position may be an excellent starting point for a career with Dominion. More specifically, the successful candidate will develop skills to prepare themselves for potential advancement in Line-work, Substation, Design or Dispatch areas. As a Groundman, the majority of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions and is considered "heavy labor". Specific Groundman functions include but are not limited to the following activities:

Providing tools, materials and supplies to journeyman linemen
Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite
Driving trucks and ensuring they are properly stocked and maintained
Preparing the equipment and worksite for effective completion of assignments
Operating various types of equipment used in the construction process (diggers, aerial devices, etc.)

Dominion Energy has a very strong safety culture. We want all of our employees to practice safety for themselves and their co-workers. We value safety training in OSHA and WorkZone safety. At Dominion Energy; everyone is responsible for safety.

The selected candidate must be 18 years of age at the time of application, must obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL prior to 6 months of employment. Due to weight limits on equipment, a weight restriction of UNDER 290 pounds applies.

Starting pay rate is $19.06 an hour advancing to $24.02 an hour after one year.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

GED or HS diploma required
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds on a regular basis
Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts
Ability to be on call and respond within one hour for electrical restorations
Ability to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools
Ability to work within a physically demanding work environment
Knowledge and experince with Computer Applicatications
A strong driving record which will allow the candidate to obtain a commercial driver’s license by the end of the fifth month of employment

Preferred Qualifications include:
Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
Background in the military is a plus
Background in construction or related work environments
Background in working outdoors
Safety training and Certifications in OSHA 10, Lock out/Tag out, Confined Space, CPR & First Aid
Education Requirements

GED or HS diploma required
Technical/Associates educations are advantageous
Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates
Working Conditions

Cold 76-100%

Confined spaces Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%

Energized Wires 76-100%

Heat 51-75%

Loud Noise 51-75%

Operating Machinery 76-100%

Outdoors 76-100%

Travel Up to 25%

Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

Test Description

This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) aptitude test, administered on site during the pre-employment process. To view the practice test, cut and paste the following URL in your browser:

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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